John Mendoza Jr.Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office fires deputy involved in fatal shooting of John Mendoza Jr. in Lake JacksonRead full article: Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office fires deputy involved in fatal shooting of John Mendoza Jr. in Lake Jackson
Graphic of KPRC 2 Breaking NewsMother and teenage son killed in SE Harris County; timeline of emergency calls reveals complex responseRead full article: Mother and teenage son killed in SE Harris County; timeline of emergency calls reveals complex response
BATH, UNITED KINGDOM - JANUARY 12: In this photo illustration a 13-year-old teenage boy looks at an iPhone screen displaying various social media apps on January 12, 2026 in Bath, England. Recently the Australian Senate passed a law to ban children under 16 from having social media accounts and social media platforms, including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X, formerly Twitter, and Instagram potentially being be fined for preventing children younger than 16 from having social media accounts. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images), Screenshot from Rollert's Facebook post‘My heart sank’: Montgomery man nearly falls for sophisticated kidnapping scam after 3 a.m. call from mother’s numberRead full article: ‘My heart sank’: Montgomery man nearly falls for sophisticated kidnapping scam after 3 a.m. call from mother’s number
Ashley GonzalezFormer Marine Platoon Mate raised alarm on HPD officer’s racist videos, records showRead full article: Former Marine Platoon Mate raised alarm on HPD officer’s racist videos, records show
Hollins criticizes Mayor John Whitmire's FY27 budget proposal says it shifts costs to residents.Houston Controller Chris Hollins certifies Mayor Whitmire’s $7.5 Billion budget proposal ahead of council voteRead full article: Houston Controller Chris Hollins certifies Mayor Whitmire’s $7.5 Billion budget proposal ahead of council vote
Generic crime scene - lightbox KPRCInmate on work crew at Walker County courthouse dies after collapsingRead full article: Inmate on work crew at Walker County courthouse dies after collapsing
The shooting happened Monday night at a home near Remington Ridge Road and Remington Bend Drive.Teen killed, another injured in overnight shooting at North Harris County homeRead full article: Teen killed, another injured in overnight shooting at North Harris County home
FILE - A test container of dyed fly pupae are displayed at a Domestic New World Screwworm Sterile Fly Production Facility to combat the northward spread of NWS and protect American livestock, in Edinburg, Texas, Feb. 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)Can your dog or cat get screwworm? Here’s what experts say about the risk to pets and peopleRead full article: Can your dog or cat get screwworm? Here’s what experts say about the risk to pets and people
Photos provided by Conroe resident Larry DayHeavy police presence reported near fast-food restaurant parking lot in ConroeRead full article: Heavy police presence reported near fast-food restaurant parking lot in Conroe
The shooting happened around 11 p.m. near the 14300 block of Ella Boulevard, close to Kuykendahl RoadMan in his early 20s shot to death outside northwest Harris County apartment complexRead full article: Man in his early 20s shot to death outside northwest Harris County apartment complex
Three elements would determine the categoryShould hurricanes be rated differently? Read full article: Should hurricanes be rated differently?
Watch the group perform at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston on June 11Get 2 know Bombón: The music collective behind the Houston remix for FIFA World Cup 2026™ 🎵🎵⚽Read full article: Get 2 know Bombón: The music collective behind the Houston remix for FIFA World Cup 2026™ 🎵🎵⚽
Heat Index Next 5 DaysHeat soars across Houston this week ahead of the FIFA World CupRead full article: Heat soars across Houston this week ahead of the FIFA World Cup
An Austin Metcalf supporter holds a sign as law enfrocement officilals walk past in front of the Collin County courthouse following the verdict in the trial was reached Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in McKinney, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)Texas teen convicted of murder for stabbing another athlete at a high school track meetRead full article: Texas teen convicted of murder for stabbing another athlete at a high school track meet
Buildings in Polomolok, Philippines, sustained significant damage after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck near Sarangani province on Monday. The powerful quake killed at least 37 people, injured hundreds and triggered tsunami warnings across several countries. (Courtesy: Shane Ayangco)'Bouncing up in the bed:' Houston-area family recounts terrifying moments as powerful earthquake strikes PhilippinesRead full article: 'Bouncing up in the bed:' Houston-area family recounts terrifying moments as powerful earthquake strikes Philippines
Temporary fencing with FIFA World Cup 2026 signage is set up outside SoFi Stadium, Friday, June 5, 2026, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton investigates FIFA over World Cup ticket seat complaintsRead full article: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton investigates FIFA over World Cup ticket seat complaints
Houston SunAs World Cup fans head to Texas, here’s how to spot heat stroke and heat exhaustionRead full article: As World Cup fans head to Texas, here’s how to spot heat stroke and heat exhaustion
Unsold 2023 Gladiator pickup trucks, left, sit on display with Wrangler sports-utility vehicles at a Jeep dealership Sunday, June 18, 2023, in Englewood, Colo. On Tuesday, the Conference Board reports on U.S. consumer confidence for July. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)More than 1 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators recalled over fire risk, owners urged to park outsideRead full article: More than 1 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators recalled over fire risk, owners urged to park outside
Holiday skincare survival guide: Houston dermatologist shares her top home remedies | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2 Why summer can wreak havoc on your skin and how to prevent itRead full article: Why summer can wreak havoc on your skin and how to prevent it
Scientists say stress can affect the gut microbiome Stressed and snacking late at night? New study suggests it could harm your gut healthRead full article: Stressed and snacking late at night? New study suggests it could harm your gut health
No description availableGovernment watchdog says detention center wasted up to $11.5 million before detainees arrivedRead full article: Government watchdog says detention center wasted up to $11.5 million before detainees arrived
No description availableTribCast: How big of a threat is screwworm?Read full article: TribCast: How big of a threat is screwworm?
Karmelo Anthony, 17, arrested for allegedly stabbing another 17-year-oldJury convicts Texas teen of murder in fatal stabbing of 17-year-old athlete from rival team at a high school track meetRead full article: Jury convicts Texas teen of murder in fatal stabbing of 17-year-old athlete from rival team at a high school track meet
No description availableScrewworm outbreak hits vacant Texas congressional district, as leading candidates scramble to assistRead full article: Screwworm outbreak hits vacant Texas congressional district, as leading candidates scramble to assist
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No description availableThree new cases of screwworm confirmed in Texas; A&M leader tasked as federal adviserRead full article: Three new cases of screwworm confirmed in Texas; A&M leader tasked as federal adviser
70-year-old man convicted of 1977 murder has sentence reduced to lifeAfter half-century on death row, Houston man gets lifeRead full article: After half-century on death row, Houston man gets life
We’re asking viewers across the Houston area to send us their water bills and a brief description of their concerns so we can look for patterns, ask officials for answers, and continue reporting on water billing problems in their communities.Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area billsRead full article: Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area bills
David Northern’s Flint Housing Commission contract, Houston Housing Authority controversy raise new accountability questionsHe wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than everRead full article: He wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than ever
The suspected gunman8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountabilityRead full article: 8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountability
Everybody’s ready — but what exactly are taxpayers signing up for?Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and trafficRead full article: Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and traffic
Two years after a A KPRC 2 investigation exposed millions in misspent federal housing dollars at the Houston Housing Authority, the man at the center of the scandal is running another housing agency — and the federal investigators who swooped in have yet to say a word publicly.‘I am one illness away from losing everything:’ Ex-Houston housing chief was spending their money on steakRead full article: ‘I am one illness away from losing everything:’ Ex-Houston housing chief was spending their money on steak
For years, some elderly residents near the 2800 block of 61st Street in Galveston have been forced into a dangerous choice: navigate a badly damaged sidewalk or walk in a 40-mph street.Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involvedRead full article: Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involved
A Houston man pushed a wagon across Texas — generator, food, water and all — and passed out from the heat along the way. But he finished. And the kids in Katy are better for it.2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kidsRead full article: 2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kids
Residents and workers called 311 and law enforcement repeatedly. Nothing happened. So, they then called 2 Helps YouIllegal dump site off Antoine Drive ignored for months; 2 Helps You puts Harris County on noticeRead full article: Illegal dump site off Antoine Drive ignored for months; 2 Helps You puts Harris County on notice
A massive pothole along Wirt Road had residents worried about safety2 Helps You gets results days after Houstonians contact KPRC 2 over dangerous road conditions Read full article: 2 Helps You gets results days after Houstonians contact KPRC 2 over dangerous road conditions
Restoration Team aims to help 100 families annually by 20282 Helps You: Restoration Team’s 500th home gets new life in northeast HoustonRead full article: 2 Helps You: Restoration Team’s 500th home gets new life in northeast Houston
68-year-old says she paid the city $75 to honor her grandfather, but claims the brick was never installed2 Helps You: Brookshire woman demands answers after 3-year wait for commemorative brickRead full article: 2 Helps You: Brookshire woman demands answers after 3-year wait for commemorative brick
FILE - New York Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks at a news conference, Feb. 20, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)55 minutes agoAds in New York must now label AI-generated 'synthetic performers'Read full article: Ads in New York must now label AI-generated 'synthetic performers'
FILE - Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, with public defense attorney, Kimberly Green, during his arraignment on murder charges for the deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, in Los Angeles. (Chris Torres/Pool Photo via AP , File)Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killingsRead full article: Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killings
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt gets shown around the neighborhood by Maggie Quiroz during a campaign event Sunday, May 31, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jill Connelly)The rise and fall of 'The Hills' star Spencer Pratt's improbable campaign for Los Angeles mayorRead full article: The rise and fall of 'The Hills' star Spencer Pratt's improbable campaign for Los Angeles mayor
No description available1 day agoCelebrate Culture through music and movement with Tx2 Dance CompanyRead full article: Celebrate Culture through music and movement with Tx2 Dance Company
No description available1 day agoMeet Saxboy Billy, the man behind the viral “Puerto Rico Song”Read full article: Meet Saxboy Billy, the man behind the viral “Puerto Rico Song”
No description availableSponsoredThe Travel Mom’s tips for planning and booking a breathtaking Alaskan cruiseRead full article: The Travel Mom’s tips for planning and booking a breathtaking Alaskan cruise
FILE - A man applies sunscreen to a woman's arm before a spring training baseball game between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago White Sox in Phoenix, Feb. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 yearsRead full article: FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years
FILE - A Social Security card is displayed on Oct. 12, 2021, in Tigard, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)Social Security’s retirement trust fund faces a funding shortfall a year earlier than expectedRead full article: Social Security’s retirement trust fund faces a funding shortfall a year earlier than expected
President Donald Trump listens during an event at Custer Farms in Chippewa Falls, Wis., Friday, June 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)Trump administration warns over 500 hospitals to provide more price information or face finesRead full article: Trump administration warns over 500 hospitals to provide more price information or face fines
Four astronauts aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft atop the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket launch on the agency’s Artemis II test flight, Wednesday, April 1 from Launch Complex 39B at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Artemis II lifted off at 6:35 p.m. ET. Artemis II is the first crewed mission of the agency’s Artemis campaign. The mission will send NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen on an approximately 10-day journey around the Moon and back to Earth.Who will fly Artemis III? NASA to unveil crew at Johnson Space CenterRead full article: Who will fly Artemis III? NASA to unveil crew at Johnson Space Center
June 6, 2026: Governor Greg Abbott will address the state's efforts to control the New World screwworm (NWS). The flesh-eating parasite has been found in the state.1 day agoGov. Abbott activates Texas emergency operations center as state ramps up screwworm responseRead full article: Gov. Abbott activates Texas emergency operations center as state ramps up screwworm response
The scene of the shooting1 day agoWoman fatally shot at Houston apartment complex after ongoing dispute; neighbor detained by policeRead full article: Woman fatally shot at Houston apartment complex after ongoing dispute; neighbor detained by police
The Galveston Historic Seaport is home to the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA.Texas’ historic Tall Ship ELISSA heads to New York for Sail250 celebrationRead full article: Texas’ historic Tall Ship ELISSA heads to New York for Sail250 celebration
FIFA World Cup signage is displayed outside of Houston Stadium, Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Houston, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer matches. (AP Photo/Karen Warren)Clint Dempsey, Cobi Jones, other U.S. soccer legends to appear at FIFA Fan Festival HoustonRead full article: Clint Dempsey, Cobi Jones, other U.S. soccer legends to appear at FIFA Fan Festival Houston
Generic cuffs and gavel - lightbox KPRCWoman charged with murder, accused of selling lethal dose of fentanyl to man who died of overdose in La MarqueRead full article: Woman charged with murder, accused of selling lethal dose of fentanyl to man who died of overdose in La Marque
Spring Branch ISD officials say a recent TEA funding formula change resulted in a $9.6 million loss in expected state revenue. District leaders warn the shortfall could impact future budgets, staffing, and financial reserves.Spring Branch ISD says TEA funding formula change cost district $9.6 millionRead full article: Spring Branch ISD says TEA funding formula change cost district $9.6 million
LUBBOCK, TEXAS - JANUARY 24: Future Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby shouts during the first half of the game between the Houston Cougars and the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena on January 24, 2026 in Lubbock, Texas. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images)1 day agoTexas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby granted injunction in gambling case, cleared to play in 2026Read full article: Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby granted injunction in gambling case, cleared to play in 2026
A Collin County seriff drives past the front of the county courthouse Thursday, June 4, 2026, in McKinney, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)1 day agoTestimony ends after 4 days, closing arguments set in trial of fatal Texas track meet stabbingRead full article: Testimony ends after 4 days, closing arguments set in trial of fatal Texas track meet stabbing
Generic crime scene after shooting - lightbox KPRC1 day agoMan charged with murder after father killed while trying to recover son’s stolen truck, authorities sayRead full article: Man charged with murder after father killed while trying to recover son’s stolen truck, authorities say
70-year-old man convicted of 1977 murder has sentence reduced to lifeAfter half-century on death row, Houston man gets lifeRead full article: After half-century on death row, Houston man gets life
For years, some elderly residents near the 2800 block of 61st Street in Galveston have been forced into a dangerous choice: navigate a badly damaged sidewalk or walk in a 40-mph street.Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involvedRead full article: Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involved
Court records allege Oriyomi bypassed gate agents and boarded a Los Angeles-bound flight, causing a three-hour delay and major law enforcement response.Houston man accused of sneaking onto United flight released on bond; attorney says he thought ticket was legitimateRead full article: Houston man accused of sneaking onto United flight released on bond; attorney says he thought ticket was legitimate
No description availableCould beef prices rise? Texas ramps up response to growing screwworm threatRead full article: Could beef prices rise? Texas ramps up response to growing screwworm threat
Texans punters Jack Stonehouse and Kai Kroeger are vying for the starting job to replace Tommy Townsend1 day agoTexans’ punter competition heats up: ‘Somebody’s got to take that job, aggressively’Read full article: Texans’ punter competition heats up: ‘Somebody’s got to take that job, aggressively’
No description availableFIRST ON 2: Houston-area midwife reindicted on 22 counts, including financial harm allegationsRead full article: FIRST ON 2: Houston-area midwife reindicted on 22 counts, including financial harm allegations
Doyle Hodge IIMan charged with child sex crimes in Polk County allegedly threatened to beat, ‘kill everyone’ if victim reported abuseRead full article: Man charged with child sex crimes in Polk County allegedly threatened to beat, ‘kill everyone’ if victim reported abuse
Calicut's commitment post, image from press conference in 20251 day agoFormer North Shore football star Chace Calicut flips to Georgia Southern ahead of freshman seasonRead full article: Former North Shore football star Chace Calicut flips to Georgia Southern ahead of freshman season
CenterPoint’s annual proxy statement to its shareholders in March 2026 shows that Jason Wells’ compensation increased to more than $12 million in 2025, up from $9.2 million in 2024. 1 day agoAfter deadly Beryl outages, CenterPoint CEO’s pay jumped to $12MRead full article: After deadly Beryl outages, CenterPoint CEO’s pay jumped to $12M
A generic photo of a data center1 day agoIs Brazoria County anti-data center? New resolution seeks tougher rules on future projectsRead full article: Is Brazoria County anti-data center? New resolution seeks tougher rules on future projects
No description available1 day agoSugar Land police searching for man accused of attacking Houston nanny with baseball batRead full article: Sugar Land police searching for man accused of attacking Houston nanny with baseball bat
Target is recalling its Up & Up Fragrance Free and Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes after the Food and Drug Administration found harmful bacteria in product samples.1 day agoTarget recalls baby wipes over potential bacterial contaminationRead full article: Target recalls baby wipes over potential bacterial contamination
Images from the meetup1 day agoLionel Messi links up with Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed during International Friendly in College StationRead full article: Lionel Messi links up with Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed during International Friendly in College Station
Texans All-Pro defensive end and team strength and conditioning coach Mike Eubanks at practice.1 day agoTexans’ Will Anderson Jr. amused by false weight gain rumors: ‘Just did a better job of dieting, toning my body’Read full article: Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. amused by false weight gain rumors: ‘Just did a better job of dieting, toning my body’
Generic jail - lightbox KPRC1 day agoSospechoso acusado de asesinato comparece ante un juez tras la muerte de un padre de Houston que ayudaba a localizar la Read full article: Sospechoso acusado de asesinato comparece ante un juez tras la muerte de un padre de Houston que ayudaba a localizar la
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recommends checking your Medicare statements regularly and comparing them to your own records.1 day agoMillions could face new Medicaid coverage hurdles under federal work mandateRead full article: Millions could face new Medicaid coverage hurdles under federal work mandate
No description available2 days agoSecond screwworm case in Texas confirmed as Abbott expands state disaster declarationRead full article: Second screwworm case in Texas confirmed as Abbott expands state disaster declaration
Travelers sit on stairs at the Gare de Montparnasse, at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, July 26, 2024, in Paris, France. Hours away from the grand opening ceremony of the Olympics, high-speed rail traffic to the French capital was severely disrupted on Friday following what officials described as "criminal actions" and sabotage AP Photo/Yasin Dar)1 day agoMore travelers using AI to plan summer vacationsRead full article: More travelers using AI to plan summer vacations
FILE - The Trader Joe's logo hangs on a mural, Aug. 13, 2019, in Cambridge, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)1 day agoTrader Joe’s shoppers could get nearly $100 from $7.4 million settlement, deadline to file claim is approachingRead full article: Trader Joe’s shoppers could get nearly $100 from $7.4 million settlement, deadline to file claim is approaching
FILE - Chicago Bulls television announcer Stacey King attends the first half of an NBA basketball game, Nov. 17, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)2 days agoStacey King, longtime Bulls broadcaster who played on three NBA championship teams, dies at 59Read full article: Stacey King, longtime Bulls broadcaster who played on three NBA championship teams, dies at 59
Fire EMS first Responder2 days agoPerson killed, 3 injured in 2-vehicle crash along Beltway 8 in PasadenaRead full article: Person killed, 3 injured in 2-vehicle crash along Beltway 8 in Pasadena
Police said an argument broke out among guests at a family gathering on Bretshire Drive early Sunday; a suspect was detained at the scene2 days ago1 dead, 1 critically hurt after shooting at crawfish boil in northeast Houston, HPD saysRead full article: 1 dead, 1 critically hurt after shooting at crawfish boil in northeast Houston, HPD says